Nickerson Talent Solutions is searching for an F-16 Avionics Technician for a Direct Hire at Eglin AFB, FL.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree strongly preferred, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent a plus
• A minimum of 5 years direct Avionics Maintenance experience and training on F-16 aircraft.
• FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license/certification strongly preferred but not required.
• Proven track record of success working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge.
• Able to work well in a team and within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel and Outlook).

Job Details:

• Perform avionics and electrical systems troubleshooting and repairs to assigned aircraft as directed.
• Read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and other technical directives.
• Maintains avionics and electrical systems, test equipment and calibration requirements.
• Carry out maintenance, repair, modification and inspection of the company aircraft as detailed in the company maintenance operations manual.
• Ensures all tools and equipment are accounted for prior to and at work stoppage/completion in accordance with FOD (foreign object damage) principles.
• Provide line maintenance, line servicing and inspection level maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is in compliance with:
• Applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions.
• Regulated safety standards.
• Ensure that all replacement parts are inspected, eligible, and properly certified prior to installation.
• Ensure that removed parts are properly tagged and routed to quarantine.
• Complete and certify work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft.
• Follow company procedures as per the maintenance operations manual using safe work practices.
• Carry out both line and heavy maintenance activities in accordance with operational standards.
• Carry out Independent Checks when authorized as per company policies and procedures.
• Carry out Receiving Inspections when authorized, as per company policies and procedures.
• Work in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) acts and regulations, including following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment, as necessary and when required; and reporting any hazards or potential safety risks (such as unsafe situations and activities) to a supervisor immediately.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.